Careers
A career with us
As a leading national Law Firm, we are always on the lookout for new talent in all areas of our business. Whether you are a student looking for the first step in your legal career or an experienced Solicitor hoping to make that important final career move, we are always very happy to hear from you.
On the non-legal side we have a flourishing business support function, incorporating the secretarial, information technology, marketing, facilities, finance, human resources and management teams. Business support forms the strengthening backbone of our Firm, ensuring that we are always able to grow, develop and remain highly successful, whatever the future holds.
Diversity
Russell Jones & Walker is committed to eliminating discrimination and promoting equality and diversity in our firm and in those areas where we have influence. We will treat everyone equally regardless of their gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origins, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation or disability.
Information for candidates with a disability
Russell Jones & Walker have made a commitment to the Job Centre Plus two ticks scheme – positive about disabled people. This means that we will interview candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy, considering them on their qualifications, skills and/ or experience to perform the job.
If you're looking for a career in a leading firm, then you've come to the right place
Our paralegals and qualified Solicitors are at the heart of our award-winning client service. We take pride in the benefits we offer, and many of our legal staff choose to stay at the Firm for the rest of their careers. Benefits include;
• Structured training and development
• Genuine work-life balance, including enhanced maternity pay and flexible working
• Excellent opportunities for career advancement
Our Trainee Solicitors are ambitious and talented individuals who are driven to succeed in each of their seats. In return, they receive a fantastic training scheme with structured support from offer stage onwards, providing a great start to their legal careers. We usually recruit between September and November, two years’ in advance of the training contract’s start date; please check our recruitment pages regularly for full information. Benefits include;
• Outstanding training offered by our expert Solicitors in a wide-range of legal areas
• Focused support and career development
• Rewarding working environment
All our central business functions offer essential support and assistance to the legal teams, advancing the Firm ahead of its competitors. Whatever department you work for, you will find a friendly support network, great working environment and genuine career development opportunities. Benefits include;
• Rewarding working environment in a growing business
• Generous benefits package with competitive pay
• Supportive training and career development
We aim to offer work placements of varying lengths throughout the year. The positions available cover both the legal and business support teams, and will provide you with fantastic experience and practical knowledge. On the whole, a placement with us offers an excellent insight into the running of a truly successful business. Benefits of our work placements include;
• Subsidised travel and lunch expenses
• In-depth understanding of a successful law firm
• Challenging practical experience to compliment any academic training
